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In this issue

COVER STORY India’s Best Hospitals 2025: There is no better measure of a hospital’s quality than patient experience. It reflects everything—from the compassion and commitment of doctors and nurses who go the extra mile, to the advanced technology that is transforming the way treatments are delivered.
CURRENT EVENTS: Delhi terror attack—it is clear that the danger is more likely to rear its ugly head from within MANIPUR: Thuingaleng Muivah’s call in Manipur for Naga unity and renewed struggle is likely to inject fresh uncertainty into India’s longest-running insurgency
MAHARASHTRA: A land deal involving Ajit Pawar’s son, Parth, has taken a toll on the image of the Fadnavis government
@LEISURE: For next-gen actors like Ira Dubey, Junaid Khan and Zahan Kapoor, theatre is as captivating as stardom in cinema

Modern Trends in the Treatment of Prostate Cancer

Greater awareness among people and better access to diagnostic screenings have contributed to increased detection of prostate cancer,\" says Dr. Sandeep Bafna, Consultant Urologist & Genito Urinary Reconstructive Surgeon, Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road, Chennai. He says increased incidence of prostate cancer is due to lifestyle changes such as unhealthy diet, lack of physical activity, obesity, smoking, family history and genetic mutations.

2 mins

The mayor & the grammar—hands off

Zohran Mamdani, who has Indian blood running in his Mississippi-long veins, has become New York mayor. Yet most Indians and expats, who had burst crackers when Rishi Sunak kissed the king’s hand, are washing their hands off him. Bad grammar, bad politics.

2 mins

SLEEPING BEAST

Kashmir-centric terror outfits may be shifting focus from guerrilla operations in J&K to targeting urban centres elsewhere through sleeper cells

4 mins

THE RED FLAG IN YOUR URINE: Understanding and Detecting Bladder Cancer

The bladder is an organ which stores urine, which is produced by the kidneys. The bladder is a hollow, viscus organ that holds it for a few hours before it is eliminated. While it can occur at any age, the median age of diagnosis is typically 70 years or older.

1 mins

Smart Hearts How Technology is Transforming Heart Disease Care

The burden of heart disease: Heart disease continues to be the leading cause of death worldwide.

3 mins

The white matter

If the cortex is the city where thoughts are born, the white matter is the road network that carries them around.

3 mins

Recognising a heart attack early can save a life

A heart attack occurs when blood flow to the heart muscle is suddenly blocked — most often by a blood clot forming within a narrowed coronary artery. Without prompt treatment, the affected part of the heart begins to suffer irreversible damage.

1 mins

LANDMINE IN THE ALLIANCE

A land deal involving Ajit Pawar's son Parth has further damaged the image of the Devendra Fadnavis government

4 mins

Richardsons Face Hospital

India's first face hospital

1 mins

The long road home

After the ethnic clashes in Manipur, the government recognises that growing anxieties among communities over identity and land encroachment will persist until a long-term solution involving the Meiteis, Kukis and Nagas is found

6 mins

Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), a new era for heart care

The aorta is the largest artery in the human body, carrying oxygen-rich blood from the heart to the rest of the body. The aortic valve, located at the beginning of the aorta, controls blood flow from the left ventricle of heart. When this valve gets obstructed due to calcification or aging, it is known as Aortic stenosis. This condition leads to reduction in cardiac output, leading to breathlessness, chest pain, fatigue, or even heart failure if untreated.One of the most advanced treatment for this condition is Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

1 mins

White Spot Lesions in Dentistry

White spot lesions (WSLs) are the earliest visible signs of dental caries, appearing as chalky white or opaque areas on tooth surfaces. They indicate early enamel demineralization and can be seen with the naked eye. Early recognition and management are essential to prevent progression into cavities.

1 mins

A Call to Awareness and Action

Observed annually on 14 November, World Diabetes Day serves as a vital reminder of the growing burden of diabetes and the urgent need for prevention, early diagnosis, and effective long-term management. In India, this message holds particular weight, given the country's unfortunate position as the diabetes capital of the world.

4 mins

INDIA'S BEST HOSPITALS. THROUGH THE EYES OF THE PATIENT.

There is no better metric than patient experience to judge a hospital. For, it offers a peek into everything, from doctors and nurses who walk the extra mile to provide timely cure and care to technology that is redefining treatments

10+ mins

THE ROBOTIC REVOLUTION: REDEFINING PRECISION AND OUTCOMES IN MODERN SURGERY

Robotic Surgery - The Best Choice for Fertility Preservation in Endometriosis Treatment

6 mins

The New Age of Spine Surgery

Taking care of your spine begins with small, consistent habits. Maintaining correct posture while sitting or lifting, walking regularly, and strengthening back and core muscles can go a long way in preventing problems. Eating a balanced diet and keeping body weight under control also help reduce stress on the spine.

1 mins

AI ALONE WON'T HEAL INDIA'S HEALTH CARE

India needs a mission-driven, public-first approach in using AI for health, not a race to mimic the west

4 mins

RESET MINDSET

India's non-communicable diseases crisis is as much a social problem as a medical one, and needs urgent, systemic lifestyle changes to tackle it

5 mins

Revolutionising hospital in Kerala's capital

A new beacon of advanced health care near Thiruvananthapuram Medical College

2 mins

Healing the Heart Without Surgery: A Leap in Structural Interventions

Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in India, affecting millions each year. For decades, patients with diseased heart valves had only one option — open-heart surgery. It was lifesaving but also complex, painful, and often too risky for elderly patients. In recent years, however, a revolution has quietly transformed this landscape. Through structural heart interventions, valves can now be repaired or replaced without opening the chest. These procedures have redefined the limits of modern cardiology, offering patients new hope and faster recovery.

2 mins

Precision Driven IVUS-NIRS Technology is Transforming Cardiac Care

Dr Balbir Singh, Chairman and Head of Cardiology at Max Healthcare, is a recipient of numerous prestigious honours, including the Padma Shri, for his exceptional skills and contributions in interventional cardiology and electrophysiology. Dr Singh has performed thousands of Intra-Vascular Ultrasound (IVUS) driven Angioplasties. IVUS is used in angioplasty to provide doctors with a detailed, real-time, three-dimensional view of the artery's interior, which helps them to precisely assess blockages, guide stent placement, and confirm the success of the procedure.

3 mins

Mahatma Gandhi Cancer Hospital & Research Institute, Visakhapatnam

As we mark the completion of 20 years of compassionate and comprehensive cancer care at Mahatma Gandhi Cancer Hospital & Research Institute, we feel deeply humbled and proud of the journey that began in 2005 with just a modest 6-bedded facility has now transformed into the largest and most trusted teaching cancer institution in this part of the country, serving as a beacon of hope for thousands of patients and families.

2 mins

Advancing Spine Health: Safer, Smarter, and Stronger Backs

As we focus on improving overall health and wellbeing, it's essential to prioritize spine care, a crucial aspect often overlooked until problems arise. In india, back pain and spinal problems are becoming increasingly common, affecting people of all ages. Thankfully, with new advancements in medical technology, spine care has become much safer and more effective.

1 mins

SDMH WHERE COMPASSION MEETS WORLD-CLASS HEALTHCARE

Santokba Durlabhji Memorial Hospital (SDMH) Jaipur, established in 1971 and inaugurated by the then Prime Minister Smt. Indira Gandhi, began with 80 beds and a modest set of specialties. Guided by the mission to offer quality healthcare to all, it has grown into a 525-bed multi-speciality institution with over 140 ICU beds and virtually every major clinical department. Over the past five decades, the hospital has touched the lives of more than six million people, remaining steadfast to its founding ethos that no patient should be denied treatment for want of resources. This unwavering commitment to compassionate care has earned SDMH honours such as the Newsweek USA “World’s Best Hospitals” Award for two consecutive years, along with several national accolades.

1 mins

A Lifeline of Hope Compassionate Revolution ft. Sushena Health Foundation

In a world often focused on metrics and outcomes, a quiet but profound revolution based on compassion and equitable access is being envisioned.

2 mins

A VISION OF HEALTH HEALING AND HUMANITY

These are the words of Mrs. Sangita Singh, the doyen of the Sangi family, while forming the Sangi Hospital Unit, which was constituted to envision healthier India — “where healthcare is not a privilege but a basic right”. Guided by the vision of “Health, Healing, Humanity, the hospital has been devoted to delivered with compassion, quality treatment, personalized care, affordability, accessibility and preventive care creating an inclusive and patient-centric healthcare environment and a human touch to every patient who walks through the doors.

2 mins

New kids on the stage

For these next-gen actors, theatre holds as much appeal as stardom in cinema

5 mins

Precision is the New Default Why Robotic Surgery Has Become the Mainstream

In a world where our phones unlock with a glance and our cars can drive themselves, it would be unfair if the operation theatre remained trapped in yesterday's technology. Surgery today is about purposeful precision with every movement measured, every outcome intentional. The evolution of robotic surgery represents this very shift — from ‘good enough’ outcomes to outcomes that are consistently excellent and predictable.

1 mins

Smothering instinct & the witches' brew

There are many minuses and pluses to children moving out of the nest to fly on their own.

3 mins

INTERNATIONAL QUALITY HEALTHCARE MADE AFFORDABLE IN VELLORE

Naruvi Hospitals, creating new benchmarks in affordable world class health care, spreading its ‘Fragrance of Care’ in Vellore, and beyond.

4 mins

The boy who cried wolf

Aesop told the tale of a shepherd boy who, bored of his duties, decided to raise a false alarm. \"Wolf!\" he cried, and the villagers came running. There was no wolf, only laughter. He tried it again and again until the day the real beast appeared. He shouted for help, but by then, no one believed him.

2 mins

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THE WEEK India Magazine Description:

Publisher: Malayala-Manorama

Category: News

Language: English

Frequency: Weekly

THE WEEK is an Indian English-language news magazine published by The Malayala Manorama Co. Pvt. Ltd. It was founded in 1982 and is the largest circulated English news magazine in India.

THE WEEK covers a wide range of topics, including politics, business, society, and culture. The magazine is known for its in-depth reporting and its balanced coverage of the news.

THE WEEK has won numerous awards, including the Ramnath Goenka Award for Excellence in Journalism and the National Magazine Award for General Excellence.

Here are some of the features of THE WEEK India Magazine:

* In-depth reporting: THE WEEK's reporters go the extra mile to bring you the latest news and analysis.

* Balanced coverage: THE WEEK's editors strive to present all sides of the story.

* Compelling storytelling: THE WEEK's writers tell stories that will stay with you long after you've finished reading them.

* Thought-provoking opinion: THE WEEK's columnists challenge you to think about the world in new ways.

* Engaging visuals: THE WEEK's photography and design make the magazine visually appealing.

THE WEEK is a must-read for anyone interested in Indian politics, business, and society.